We are MaineCare Providers. We are reimbursed from the Department of Health and Human Services. There are no co-pays for individuals currently having MaineCare coverage through the age of 18.

We also accept private payments.

Is Maine Dental Health Out-Reach a State-run program?

No, this is a program that was founded by Susanne J. LaVallee, RDH to meet an unmet dental need in the community where she lives. It has now expanded to 6 school systems and 36 schools.

What is a dental hygiene screening?

It is a charting of things visually found in the mouth: healthy teeth, decayed teeth, abscessed teeth, sealed teeth, filled teeth, gingivitis, etc.

Does the dental screening by a hygienist take the place of a dental examination by a dentist?

No, MDHOI recommends all students have an exam by a dentist.

Your TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation to MDHOI enables The Tooth Angels to expand our outreach program to those who would not be able to receive the care we provide. Your donation is fully tax-deductible under IRS regulations as Maine Dental Health Out-Reach is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization.